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Mon, 03 Aug 2015 03:25:43 +0300en-gbBirding in Lake Mburo National Parkhttp://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/105-birding-in-lmnp
http://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/105-birding-in-lmnpLake Mburo's key birding spots include swampy valleys and viewing platforms near the salt licks and in the forest. Species found at these locations include…

The best birding spots in Lake Mburo National Park include the swampy valleys of Warukiri and Miriti, and the roadsides between Rwonyo camp and the jetty. There are also ideally-situated viewing platforms at the salt lick, in Miriti Valley, and in Rubanga Forest. Species observed at these locations include the Rufous-bellied Heron, Bateleur, Coqui Francolin, Grey Crowned Crane, Black-bellied Bustard, Brown-chested Lapwing, Emerald-spotted Wood-Dove, Brown Parrot, Red-headed Lovebird, Ross’s Turaco, Bare-faced Go-away-bird, Green Wood-hoopoe, Common Scimitarbill, White-headed Barbet, Red-faced Barbet, Nubian Woodpecker, Red-shouldered Cuckoo-shrike, Long-tailed Cisticola, Yellow-breasted Apalis, White-winged Tit and Finfoot among others.

Rubanga Forest can be visited using a vehicle or on foot. This is a real draw for keen birders, and prior arrangement should be made with the warden. The rare Red-faced Barbet – only seen in Lake Mburo National Park – is one of the of the forest’s featured species.

]]>info@ugandawildlife.org (Administrator)LMNPFri, 16 Mar 2012 21:19:43 +0300Game Drives in Lake Mburohttp://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/102-game-drives-in-lmnp
http://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/102-game-drives-in-lmnpThe network of game tracks in the east of the park passes a variety of landscape features including acacia woodland, wetlands, grassy hillsides, rock outcrops…

The network of game tracks in the east of the park passes a variety of landscape features; acacia woodland, wetlands, grassy hillsides, rock outcrops and seasonally flooded valley floors. Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to roam the park in search of wildlife. An alternative view of the park, hopefully including sightings of animals rarely seen during the day, is provided by guided night drives. These start between 6.30-7pm and last two to three hours.

]]>info@ugandawildlife.org (Administrator)LMNPFri, 16 Mar 2012 21:13:39 +0300Hiking and Nature Walks in Lake Mburohttp://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/103-hiking-and-nature-walks-in-lmnp
http://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/103-hiking-and-nature-walks-in-lmnpUnusually, the whole park is open to walkers as long as they are accompanied by a ranger guide. Locations include the salt lick at Rwonyo,…

Unusually, the whole park is open to walkers as long as they are accompanied by a ranger guide. At Rwonyo, a guided walk leads to a salt lick where many animals are attracted to the salty rocks.

Walks on the western side of the lake begin at 7am and take two hours. At this time of day, you may encounter hyenas returning to their dens and hippos retreating to the lake. Hikes through the woodland provide an opportunity to sight forest birds and mammals, while the walk to the top of the hill rewards visitors with a spectacular view of 9 of the region’s 14 lakes.

Of particular interest to walkers and birders is Rubanga Forest, which may be visited by prior arrangement and in the company of a ranger. All walks should be booked in advance.

Horseback safaris are an exciting way to view wildlife, including eland and buffalo. Also commonly sighted are warthog, topi, impala, duiker, bushbuck, waterbuck and zebra. The four-hour hacks take visitors up to hilltop viewpoints with the option of bush breakfasts or sundowners. This activity is arranged at Mihingo Lodge.

The wildlife-rich eastern banks of Lake Mburo can be explored during a tranquil two-hour boat voyage. Keep an eye out for crocodiles, buffaloes and hippos as well as colorful Kingfishers, magnificent Fish Eagles, Hammerkops and their enormous nests and even the prehistoric-looking Shoebill. Voyages depart from Rwonyo jetty every two hours (subject to demand) starting at 8am.

]]>info@ugandawildlife.org (Administrator)LMNPFri, 16 Mar 2012 21:12:38 +0300Sport Fishing in Lake Mburohttp://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/106-sport-fishing-in-lmnp
http://www.ugandawildlife.org/explore-our-parks/parks-by-name-a-z/lake-mburo-national-park/activities/item/106-sport-fishing-in-lmnpLake Mburo contains around six species of fish, with tilapia being the most common. The designated fishing spot is at Mazinga.

Lake Mburo contains around six species of fish, with tilapia being the most common. The designated fishing spot is at Mazinga; visitors planning to fish here should carry their own equipment and obtain a permit from Uganda Wildlife Authority.